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314 articles for “Co-morbidities.”
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A Study of X-Ray, Haematological Investigation, Ultrasound and Culture Sensitivity in the Management of Septic Arthritis in Children and Their Correlation with Per-operative Findings
Abstract: Septic arthritis at any age is a clinical emergency and more so in new born and infancy. Delay in diagnosis and treatment of septic arthritis can result in complications and significant morbidity including complete destruction of the articular cartilage and underlying epiphysis, loss of adjacent growth plate and dislocation of joints. Hence, understanding the importance of clinical evaluation and diagnostic aids such as ultrasonography, blood investigation, and roentgenography is vital …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Infant’s Immunity w.s.r. to Compliment System: A General Review
Abstract: Infant’s mortality and morbidity rate in developing countries are at higher incidence due to infections. Various factors are responsible for infections, such as low socio-economic status, poor hospital facilities and malnutrition etc. The low level of compliment components and serum immunoglobulin in infants has been claimed to be the reason of defective opsonic activity in infants as well as defective generation of chemotaxis activity. Thus immune system during neonatal as …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Patient Teaching for Cardiac Rehabilitation in Cardio Diabetes
Abstract: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of mortality worldwide, and are a significant contributor to morbidity and health-related costs. Coronary artery disease (CAD)—the most common type of CVDs—is considered as a chronic condition and, therefore, requires a careful medical management with multiple recommendations for patients to achieve optimal secondary prevention. As a consequence, patient education is a necessary step to promote patient understanding of the recommended therapies and behavior …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Concept of Rhinosinusitis in the Unani Medicine: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a common multifactorial inflammatory disease of the mucosal lining of nose and paranasal sinuses. It is a frequently occurring disease, with significant impact on quality of life and health care spending, and economic impact in terms of absenteeism and productivity. The signs and symptoms of Warm-e-Tajaweef Anaf Muzmin (Chronic rhinosinusitis) are consistent with Nazla barid which depend on the involvement of paranasal sinuses. About 5–15% of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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Ileal Ureteral Substitution for Long Ureteric Structure/Segment Loss by Yang-Monti Technique. A Single Centre Experience
Abstract: A new technique for replacing the ureter based on the Yang-Monti principle is introduced to overcome the drawbacks of the classic ileal ureter. Between January 2007 and January 2014, ureteral replacement by ileum was indicated in nine patients, long or multiple strictures due to tuberculosis (6), retroperitoneal tumor (1) and iatriagenic ureteric injury during ureteroscopic (2). Exclusion criteria included patients with inflammatory bowel syndrome or irradiated bowel or a non-functioning …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Effect of Local Application of Phenytoin on Wound Healing in Surgical Wounds: A Scientific Review
Abstract: Surgical wound healing is a dynamic biological process influenced by local tissue response, vascularity, infection control, and systemic patient factors. Delayed wound healing contributes significantly to postoperative morbidity and healthcare costs. Phenytoin, a hydantoin derivative traditionally used as an antiepileptic agent, has demonstrated unexpected wound-healing properties when applied topically. This review critically evaluates experimental and clinical evidence regarding the role of locally applied phenytoin in enhancing wound healing in surgical …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of an Informational Booklet on Knowledge Regarding First Aid for Snake Bite Among People in Selected Rural Community Area of Kanpur Dehat, U.P.
Abstract: Snake bite is a common and frequently devastating environmental and occupational health problem, particularly in rural areas of tropical developing countries. Despite its significant contribution to morbidity and mortality, snake bite remains a neglected public health issue. Snake venoms contain a variety of proteins and peptide toxins with specific actions on different tissue receptors, making snake bite management clinically challenging. Immediate and appropriate first aid plays a crucial role in …
Published in International Journal of Community Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–56 Read article
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Health Need Assessment and Health Seeking Behaviour among Construction Site Workers and Homeless in South Delhi
Abstract: This observational cross sectional study is an update on the status of a marginalized community with different living conditions, health status, lifestyle, health needs and health seeking behavior in the multi-cultural metro city of Delhi. Out of 1252 screened, a total of 877 people were interviewed for self-reported illnesses, health needs and seeking behavior at four construction sites, shelters for the homeless and a slum in south Delhi. Poor hygienic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 123–129 Read article
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Sociodemographic Determinants of Tobacco Use among Patients Admitted in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Tobacco use is the most important contributor to morbidity and premature death among modifiable lifestyle factors. More than five million of those deaths are the result of direct tobacco use while more than 600 000 are the result of nonsmokers being exposed to second-hand smoke and the annual death toll could rise to more than eight million by 2030. A cross-sectional survey was conducted where males and females of 18–65 …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Antenatal Care (Tadabeer-E-Haamla) in Unani Medicine
Abstract: Systematic care of women during pregnancy is called antenatal care. Good care during pregnancy is important for the health of the mother and the development of the unborn baby. Ideally, the care should begin soon after conception and continue throughout pregnancy. There are potential benefits from some of the elements of antenatal care, and these benefits may be most significant in developing countries where morbidity and mortality levels among reproductive-age …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Overview of Nutritional Underweight Problems in Children Aged 6–59 Months in North Moyo District, Sumbawa Regency, West Nusa Tenggara in 2019
Abstract: Objective: Malnutrition is a public health problem that occurs in the Sumbawa Regency, especially in North Moyo district, West Nusa Tenggara. The condition is usually found in children under-five years of age because it affects cognitive and physical development and contributes to morbidity and mortality. The purpose of this study was to illustrate the problem of underweight nutrition in children aged 6–59 months in North Moyo district, Sumbawa Regency, West …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Comparative Study of Open and Closed Method for Treatment of Pilonidal Sinus
Abstract: The aim of this study was the comparison between primary closure and open technique after excision of pilonidal sinus. Group A-10 patients treated by open method (excision followed by healing by secondary intention) and group-B 10 patients treated after excision PNS primary midline suturing done with according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria of study. Assessment of operation time and postoperative assessment of pain, hospital stay, time taken to return …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 4–7 Read article
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A Novel Categorization System for Pressure Ulcers Reframed in the Context of Bioinformatics
Abstract: Pressure sores are a serious complication of multi morbidity and lack of mobility. Pressure injuries are commonly encountered in geriatric patients. Certain well-recognized risk factors, such as immobility and incontinence, may predispose to the development of pressure injury (PI); consequently, risk factor modification is an important aspect of prevention and treatment. One of the fundamental documentation details when describing a wound is the use of the appropriate staging system. Each …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Pathways of Periodontal Disease and Alveolar Bone Loss in Type II Diabetes
Abstract: or poorly-controlled type II diabetes often exhibits a high morbidity of periodontal pathology. Food impaction in defective restorations or open proximal contacts often leads to infection, carious lesions, periodontitis, alveolar bone loss and often tooth loss. An iatrogenic injury occurs when restorations are defective, fractures, or have open proximal contacts and are not planned to be repaired or replaced. In addition to having poor therapeutic outcomes, defective restorations or open …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Prevalence of Multidrug-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Causing Urinary Tract Infection
Abstract: Urinary tract infections are one of the most common causes of hospital admission, high morbidity and mortality. The most common cause of urinary tract infection is Gram-negative bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus spp., Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Acinetobacter spp., Klebsiella spp., Enterobacter spp., Citrobacter spp. and Gram-positive bacteria such as Enterococcus spp., Staphylococcus aureus and Coagulase-negative Staphylococci. Multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae are emerging worldwide due to high empiric and injudicious use of antibiotics. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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A Comparative Study on Various Machine Learning Techniques for the Prediction of Cardiac Ailment
Abstract: Over the last couple of decades, cardiovascular complexities have become the leading source of death in impoverished regions. With heart attack rates on the acceleration at a youthful age, it is necessary to put in place a process to recognize the symptoms of a heart attack early and thus limit it. It is impossible for a common man to often undergo expensive tests such as an ECG and thus there …
Published in Journal of Artificial Intelligence Research & Advances · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Study of Influential Factors Contributing to Fall Hazards in the Construction Sites of Dhaka
Abstract: The construction industry in Dhaka is widely recognized as one of the most perilous sectors due to various hazards, uncertainties, and complexities inherent in construction projects. Unfortunately, these challenges often lead to accidents, posing a significant threat to the safety and well-being of workers. The mortality rate among construction site workers in Dhaka is alarmingly high, underscoring the urgent need for improved safety measures and stringent regulations to mitigate the …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 46–51 Read article
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Role of Lifestyle Modifications in Controlling Hypertension in View of Traditional System of Medicine: An Appraisal
Abstract: Hypertension, a long-recognized condition, has been documented across various ancient medical systems including Chinese, Greeko-Arabic, and Indian Ayurvedic traditions. These traditional medicines identified correlations between pulse quality and vascular health, emphasizing the importance of managing arterial hardness. Historical figures, such as Huang Ti, Ali Ibn Abbas Majoosi, and Ibne Sina provided early insights linking dietary habits, such as salt intake, and mental stress to hypertension. Modern understanding further delineates hypertension …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Role of Clinical Pharmacist in Evaluation of Women’s Knowledge Status Regarding Vaginal Infections and Its Management - A Hospital Based Study
Abstract: AbstractBackground: Vaginal infections particularly Vaginitis is one of the most frequentgynecological problems in females especially and is one of the most prevalent infections among Reproductive tract infection (RTI)in their reproductive ages and has significant clinical consequences. It is one of the major public health problems among adolescents that cause a considerable proportion of gynecological morbidity and maternal mortality in the developing countries. Aim and Objectives: To assess knowledge status in …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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A Clinical Study based Observation on Prevalence of Altered Liver Enzymes among Patients of Hepatobiliary Diseases Attending National Institute of Unani Medicine, India
Abstract: Background: Hepatobiliary disease is a major health problem responsible for millions of deaths annually. As reported, more than 40 million deaths occur annually in South-East Asia Region due to hepatobiliary diseases. This study was conducted as a clinical trial to assess the efficacy of Unani formulation, from which the data on prevalence of altered liver enzymes among patients of hepatobiliary diseases in which the study participants were collected and compiled …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 5–11 Read article